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Dog bites can lead to serious physical and emotional trauma. That includes puncture wounds, scarring, and psychological distress.
In Eau Claire, dog owners are fully responsible for these injuries caused by their pets. This means they must pay for damages, no matter how the dog acted before.
At Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm, our lawyers protect the rights of dog bite victims throughout Wisconsin. Our experienced attorneys understand the complexities of dog bite cases, and they are committed to securing the compensation you deserve.
We offer personalized legal services, guiding you through each step of the legal process with compassion and expertise.
Under Wisconsin Statute 174.02(1), dog owners must pay for all damages their dog causes. This includes injuries to people or pets. If the owner knew their dog had attacked someone before, they could owe double the damages.
This strict liability highlights the need for responsible pet ownership. It also gives victims a clear way to seek compensation.
Victims of dog bites may be entitled to compensation for:
Dog bite injuries can vary significantly in severity, but many result in substantial physical and emotional harm. Some of the most common injuries include:
At Pemberton, we know how serious dog bite injuries can be. We are ready to fight for compensation that covers all parts of your recovery—physical, emotional, and financial.
Reporting a dog bite is important for safety and accountability. This helps document the event and may stop future attacks by the same dog. Official reports create a record of the dog’s behavior, which is vital for legal claims and enforcing Wisconsin’s laws.
Timely reporting allows authorities to verify the dog’s vaccination history, protecting victims from potential exposure to rabies or other diseases. It also helps identify patterns of aggressive behavior, ensuring that dangerous dogs are appropriately monitored.
Finally, reporting the incident will also help your case as you seek compensation. In any injury claim, time is of the essence.
If you’ve been injured by a dog in Eau Claire, don’t navigate the legal system alone. Contact Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm for a free case evaluation at (608) 448-6242 or by using the form below.
We can discuss your case and determine how best to assist you in obtaining compensation for your injuries. Our Eau Claire personal injury lawyers handle all the complex investigations and negotiations with the insurance company. That way you can have peace of mind knowing your only objective is to live out your
Insurance companies profit when you lose. Every claim they deny, every settlement they lowball, every injured person they convince to accept less—that’s money in their pocket. And they’re very good at what they do.
At Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm, we’ve made it our mission to take on the insurance companies that put profits over people. We know every underhanded tactic they’ll use to cheat you out of fair compensation, and we’re prepared to fight fire with fire. When insurance adjusters see us coming, they know they’re in for a real battle. You didn’t ask to be injured.
You didn’t ask to fight a billion-dollar corporation. But now that you’re here, you deserve lawyers who will go to war for you. We don’t settle for less than full compensation, we don’t back down from tough fights, and we don’t let insurance companies bully our clients. PERIOD.
Life following a serious injury can bring intense emotions and pain. Accident victims often hope to get their lives back on track, only to be held back by the demands involved with personal injury claims. This is especially the case for individuals who become hospitalized. Wherever you are in the process, we’d be glad to help.
Our injury lawyers in Wisconsin step up to represent you. At Pemberton, we provide this advocacy at every step in the injury claims process so you can be on your way to feeling like yourself again.
Contact our Wisconsin personal injury attorneys at (608) 448-6242 to speak with one of our experienced attorneys. We will create a plan together to help you protect your rights and get you back to your life.
$33M+ Won For Our Clients
The client suffered multiple facial lacerations—including scratches to the right eyelid and below the eyes—a red mark on the nose, and swelling and bruising to the eyelids. After incurring $21,663.78 in medical treatment, our firm secured a $400,000 settlement to compensate the client for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and the potential for lasting cosmetic and emotional harm.
The client suffered nine puncture wounds to the right arm, requiring surgery to remove bone fragments and clean out the injuries. After accumulating over $30,000 in medical bills, we secured a $150,000 settlement and reduced medical liens by one-third, helping maximize the client’s recovery.
The client sustained a puncture wound and multiple bite marks to the forearm, with only one date of medical treatment and $598.95 in bills. Despite the minimal treatment record, we negotiated a $40,000 settlement — a phenomenal result that compensated the client for injury, scarring, and trauma.
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“Focus on healing and we will take care of everything on the legal side”
“If you ever need an attorney, he would be the first one I recommend”
